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Planetary Makerspace @ MSU
People
Teaching
The Dynamic Earth
Exploration of the Solar System
Cosmochemistry
Planet Formation and Evolution
Solar System Dynamics
Research
Research Updates
Mentoring
Press
Opportunities
In the Planetary Makerspace Group
For Planetary Science Internships
For Planetary Science Fellowships
Publications
CV
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Seth Jacobson
February 9, 2023

Words to avoid in academic writing

Seth Jacobson
February 9, 2023

The following verbs can always be replaced by a more specific set of words that better describe what is meant.

List of verbs to never use figuratively in scientific writing

  • Probe
  • Influence
  • Support
  • Provide
  • Reveal
  • Constrain
  • Involve
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